Thursday, December 18, 2025

Month: May 2025

Economy

Uber CEO: Self-driving vehicles expected to launch in Saudi Arabia this year

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers groundbreaking announcements made during the Saudi-US Investment Forum on May 17, 2025, highlighting the introduction of autonomous vehicles by Uber, as well as key updates on Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 giga-projects: Diriyah, New Murabba, NEOM, and Red Sea Global. These developments represent transformative […]

KSA News

Large-scale shading installation underway at Namira Mosque courtyards ahead of Hajj

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article explores a major environmental and infrastructure initiative by Kidana Development Company in Arafat, Makkah, ahead of the 2025 Hajj season. The project delivers enhanced shade, cooling, and greenery around Namira Mosque, easing pilgrims’ experiences. It reflects Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals of sustainability, hospitality, […]

KSA News

Royal Saudi Air Force takes part in joint search and rescue exercise in Turkiye

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights Saudi Arabia’s participation in the international Phoenix of Anatolia combat search and rescue exercise, which began on May 17, 2025, in Konya, Turkiye. Led by the Royal Saudi Air Force, the Kingdom’s presence demonstrates its strategic defense cooperation, commitment to peace, and readiness—all […]

KSA News

KSrelief continues providing humanitarian support to refugees in Lebanon

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights a humanitarian initiative led by Saudi Arabia’s King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), supporting emergency medical transport services in Lebanon’s Miniyeh district from May 2–5, 2025. This life-saving effort reflects Saudi Arabia’s peaceful values and commitment to global welfare, aligned with […]

Culture

WWE and Riyadh Season to present Night of Champions event in June

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article spotlights Saudi Arabia’s expanding cultural and entertainment offerings with the announcement of WWE’s Night of Champions event, scheduled for June 27, 2025, at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. The partnership with Riyadh Season reflects the Kingdom’s growing global influence in entertainment, in alignment with Vision […]

Economy

Saudi Arabia and US discuss collaborative paths for future AI development

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article explores how Saudi Arabia and the United States are deepening strategic cooperation in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure. During the Saudi-US Investment Forum on May 17, 2025, tech leaders and government officials highlighted Vision 2030’s impact on the Kingdom’s AI ecosystem, underscoring Saudi Arabia’s […]

Economy

Saudi Stock Exchange Chair: Vision 2030 has made the Kingdom an attractive and trustworthy investment hub

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article highlights how Vision 2030 has transformed Saudi Arabia into a globally trusted investment destination. At the Saudi-US Investment Forum held on May 17, 2025, finance leaders from around the world praised the Kingdom’s financial infrastructure, economic diversification, and international partnerships—demonstrating the rising confidence in […]

Economy

Finance Minister reports surge in private sector and historically low unemployment

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article captures a powerful moment in Saudi Arabia’s economic journey as global leaders gather at the US-Saudi Investment Forum in Riyadh on May 17, 2025. Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan and Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih detailed unprecedented structural reforms that are fueling private sector […]

KSA News

Riyadh Governor holds meeting with Cuban Ambassador

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters This article covers two important diplomatic meetings held on May 17, 2025. Saudi and Cuban leaders met in Riyadh, while in Islamabad, high-level discussions took place between Saudi and Pakistani officials. These friendly exchanges reflect Saudi Arabia’s growing global presence, commitment to peaceful diplomacy, and progress […]